William Pruett

May 4, 2024

William "Sonny" Pruett passed away on May 4, 2024 at age 83 in his home with his wife (Donna), son (Tracy), daughter (Deborah) and son-in-law (Gregg) present. He was close to his brother Jere and Jere's family. He loved family very much and they loved him in return.

Sonny was born in Atlanta Georgia, and has been a lifelong fan of...

Richard Keith

May 4, 2024

Richard Keith, longtime resident of Cleveland, passed away at his home.

He is preceded in death by his mother, Edna Gates; brothers Rodney Keith and Harle "Little" Keith; and his biological mother, Minnie Pearl Rymer.

Survived by his father, Donald Gates; the love of his life of 26 years Theresa "Sissy" Keith; daughters Julia Taylor, Amber Johnson, Lindsey Denman, Kelsey McKinnie; sons...

Elaine Kolesar

May 4, 2024

Elaine "Cookie" Kolesar, 82 of Decatur Tennessee passed away Saturday, May 4th, 2024 at home. Elaine was born on March 16th, 1942 in Elizabeth, NJ. She lived, worked, and raised her family in Rahway, NJ before retiring to the Catskills in upstate New York in 2004. She spent the last 2 years living in Tennessee with her grandchildren.

She is preceded...

Rostin Ervin

May 4, 2024

Rostin Wayne Ervin,62, of Athens, passed away on May 4, 2024. He was born in Yakima, Washington on October 25, 1961. He was a lifelong citizen of McMinn County. He was a loving Husband, Father, Son, Uncle and Papaw.

He is preceded in death by his Daddy, William "Bill" Ervin, his mother, Myrtle Mathis Ervin, baby brother William, Brother-in-Law Marvin Henderson,...

Jon Eaves

May 3, 2024

Jon Davis Eaves, age 57, a resident of Calhoun, TN, passed away on Friday, May 3rd in Calhoun, TN. Jon was a graduate of Charleston High School.

Jon had a heart for service, and he served both the Calhoun and Charleston communities in various capacities throughout his life. Jon served as Chief of Police for the City of Charleston, Commissioner for...

Christine Bennett

May 3, 2024

Christine Bennett,51, was released from her failing body and awarded her heavenly wings Friday May 3,2024.

To welcome her was her mother Joyce Howard, grandparents, Mariam Marks, John Walker, Billie Jean Bennett, James Bennett Sr, aunt Debbie Exum, and great aunt Barbara Isaacson.

She leaves behind to carry on her memory her sons Alex Bennett and Zach Goins (Cassidy Price); her grandsons...

Brenda Bice

May 3, 2024

Brenda Kay Shannon Bice was a caring wife, mother, grandmother, sister and friend. She went to be with the Lord on May 3, 2024 at age 75 surrounded by her loving family Chip (Lindsey) Bice and Jordan Crowe.

She was born to Gene and Ila Shannon on October 13, 1948. After graduation from high school, Brenda pursued a career in the...

Kenneth Oliver

May 3, 2024

It is with heavy hearts that we share the passing of Kenneth Oliver, a hardworking carpenter from Mcdonald, TN. Known for his dedication to his craft and his love for his family, Kenneth was a beloved husband, father, and grandfather.

Kenneth, born on April 12, 1949, in Chattanooga, TN, found true joy in the simple pleasures of life like camping, woodworking,...

Peggy Van Buren

May 2, 2024

Peggy Diane Van Buren, 68, of Jellico, Tennessee passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024. Peggy was born on August 2, 1955, in Cullman, Alabama. She enjoyed watching her favorite sports teams, going to yard sales, bowling, painting ceramic figures, and spending time with her dog, Spike. Peggy was always a very dedicated student, passing that trait on to her...

Freddie Ricketts

May 2, 2024

Freddie Ricketts, 68, passed away on Thursday, May 2, 2024. He was preceded in death by his father, Freddie Ricketts Sr., his brother, Shane Ricketts, and his nephew, Matthew Stiles.

Freddie dedicated his life to his work as a boilermaker at IB&M. He was known for his strong work ethic, vast knowledge, humor, and quick wit, leaving a lasting impact on...